Hullbot (D10x)

Robots for Optimal Hull Condition | hullbot.com

Hullbot offers increased operational capabilities for ships, boats and submarines, with increased speed and range from an optimal hull condition provided by robotic hull cleaning. Hullbot’s autonomous robotic systems conduct frequent in-water cleaning to keep vessel hulls free from biofouling at all times, increasing hull efficiency by 10-50%. An improved hull condition reduces fuel consumption while increasing range, fleet endurance and availability.

Team members

Tom Loefler, Co-founder & CEO
Karl Watfern, Co-founder & CTO
Ben Dwyer, Mechanical Lead

Achievements

• 18 month paid pilot completed with 400+ cleans of 52 unique yachts

• May 2023 paid pilot commenced cleaning 33m ferries, measured 11.5% reduction in fuel consumption

• Designed, produced and operated 21 robots over 6 generations